Cost of Living in Benton County, MO

What does it cost to live in Benton County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$50,229

Median Rent

$825/mo

Median Home

$154,700

Affordability

460

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$782
Property Tax$75
Insurance$52

Total Monthly$909
% of Income21.7%

Renting

Median Rent$825
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$850
% of Income19.7%

Living in Benton County, Missouri

Benton County has a median household income of $50,229 with housing costs that represent 21.7% of income for owners and 19.7% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.